Authentication-based fraud is on the rise, leading to increased efforts by banks to combat the problem.
A collaboration between PYMNTS Intelligence and Arculus found that 87% of banks have experienced an increase in credential-based fraud.
Metal payment cards with built-in biometric authentication and tap-to-verify technology are being considered as a powerful new layer of security by 77% of financial institutions.
41% of banks prefer metal cards with tap-to-authenticate technology to combat authentication fraud, compared to 25% who prefer plastic cards for the same use.